Teachers Highland Cream
Teacher's Highland Cream is a classic blended Scotch whisky known for its remarkably high malt content (at least 45%), offering a rich, smooth, and full-flavoured profile with distinct hints of peat smoke.
Teacher's Highland Cream boasts a heritage dating back to 1830 when William Teacher first started selling whisky in Glasgow. Unlike many blends, Teacher refused to put his name on his whisky until he was satisfied he had achieved perfection. The "Highland Cream" name reflects the high quality and smoothness he aimed for. A defining characteristic is its exceptionally high malt whisky content, significantly higher than most standard blends, often stated as 45% or more. The 'fingerprint' single malt at its heart is Ardmore, known for its smoky, peated character, which imparts a distinctive depth and complexity to the blend. Combined with various other malt and grain whiskies, Teacher's delivers a consistent, well-balanced, robust, and satisfying Scotch experience that has made it popular worldwide for generations
Tasting Notes
Nose: Hints of maltiness, orchard fruits (apples, pears), honey, and a noticeable but gentle waft of peat smoke.
Palate: Smooth and rounded entry. Flavours of malt, honey sweetness, some oak spice, hints of dried fruit, and the characteristic underlying smokiness. Full-bodied for a blend.
Food Pairings
Smoked Salmon
Grilled Meats (Steak, Lamb)
Hard Cheeses (Cheddar, Gouda)
Dark Chocolate
Mildly spiced snacks or appetizers.
Serving Suggestions
Neat: Sip it straight at room temperature to appreciate its full flavour profile.
On the Rocks: Served over ice cubes, which slightly chills and dilutes the whisky.
With a Splash of Water: Adding a few drops of water can open up the aromas and soften the palate.
With Mixers: Commonly enjoyed with soda water (Highball), cola, or ginger ale.
Interesting Facts
Founder: William Teacher began selling whisky in 1830 in Glasgow.
"Self-Certification": William Teacher reportedly didn't put his name on the blend until 1863, when he felt he had achieved perfection.
High Malt Content: Its claim of having at least 45% malt whisky is significantly higher than many competitors.
Ardmore Inside: The smoky character largely comes from the Ardmore distillery's peated single malt, which is considered the blend's 'fingerprint'.
Enduring Popularity: It has remained a consistently popular and well-regarded blend globally for over a century.